Ménière's Disease

Prevention

In most cases, Ménière's disease cannot be prevented. However, some cases of Ménière's disease may be caused by head injuries. Wearing a helmet when bicycling, motorcycle riding, playing baseball, in-line skating, or during other sports activities can protect you from head injuries that could lead to Ménière's disease.

You may be able to reduce the frequency of vertigo attacks by limiting the amount of salt in your diet and avoiding caffeine, alcohol, tobacco, and stress, which can help reduce stimulation to the inner ear. For more information on reducing salt intake, see:

Eating a low-salt diet for Ménière's disease.

Ménière's disease may be connected to allergies. Treating allergies with desensitization shots and eliminating suspected food allergens may reduce the frequency of attacks.² For more information, see the topic Food Allergies.

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Author:	Douglas Dana Sabra L. Katz-Wise Ralph Poore	Last Updated: January 11, 2007
Medical Review:	Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine Barrie J. Hurwitz, MD - Neurology Andrew Swan, MD, CCFP, FCFP - Family Medicine
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